Under which of the following conditions would hydrolysis of an amide produce an amine as one of the products?
A) acidic conditions
B) basic conditions
C) neutral conditions
D) more than one correct response
E) no correct response

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Under both acidic and basic conditions, hydrolysis of an amide can occur, but the direct product is not an amine. In acidic conditions, the amide is hydrolyzed to a carboxylic acid and an ammonium salt, while in basic conditions, it is hydrolyzed to a carboxylate salt and an amine. However, the question's phrasing might suggest looking for direct production of an amine, which is a misunderstanding. The correct interpretation is that under basic conditions, an amine is indeed one of the direct products of amide hydrolysis.

Under Which of the Following Conditions Would Hydrolysis of an Amide